8. “Streets of Philadelphia” By Bruce Springsteen
The American rock legend, Bruce Springsteen, has written many hit songs throughout his career spanning five decades, but Streets of Philadelphia is one that holds special significance for him too. Written and performed by Bruce himself, the song was also featured in the 1993 film Philadelphia.
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The song was also released as a single in 1994, and it became an instant hit all over the world; topping charts in France, Canada, Germany, and Ireland, etc. The song also was a critic-favorite; it won 4 Grammys and an Academy Award for The Best Original Song.